We all feel sad, low, or irritable sometimes. It is a natural human emotion to feel down when life gets hard. These feelings usually pass over time. However, some people experience these feelings intensely for weeks, months, or even years. Often the reason is not...
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Behavioral Health Care Manager (BHCM)
Tips for Discussing Sensitive Topics with Your Doctor (NIH)
Much of the communication between doctor and patient is personal. To have a good partnership with your doctor, it is important to talk about sensitive subjects, like sex or memory problems, even if you are embarrassed or uncomfortable. This guide will help patients...
Depression and Older Adults (NIH)
Resources for patients, caregivers and providers from the National Institute on Aging. This article explains common signs and symptoms of depression, treatment options, and what to do if you or your loved one may be at risk for depression.
MotherToBaby Fact Sheet: Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
These Fact Sheets answer frequently asked questions about many common exposures during pregnancy and breastfeeding, including medications, recreational substances, cosmetic treatments, health conditions, infections, vaccines, and more. Available in English and...
MCPAP for Moms Pediatric Toolkit
MCPAP for Moms promotes maternal and child health by building the capacity of providers serving pregnant and postpartum women and their children up to one year after delivery to effectively prevent, identify, and manage mental health and substance use concerns.
Caring for Older Patients (NIH)
These resources from the National Institute on Aging can help providers optimize care and make the most of their time as they work with older patients. Find articles on communicating effectively with patients and caregivers, helping patients stay healthy as they age,...
Communicating with Older Patients (NIH)
Tips for effective patient communication from the National Institute on Aging. Effective communication can help build satisfying relationships with older patients to best manage their care. It can strengthen the patient-provider relationship, lead to improved health...
Unable to Reach a Referred Patient
This is a letter template that can be used to reach out to a patient who has been referred for care and has been difficult to reach.
Systematic Case Review Guidelines
This document is intended to guide systematic case review training and includes best practices for maximizing the efficiency of each systematic case review session.
Relapse Prevention Plan Template
This worksheet can help providers and patients identify and document an appropriate relapse prevention plan.